PICK OF THE DAY
Dino discoveries Technology comes in handy for paleontologists who use CT scans, computer simulations, and biomedical engineering to change our understanding and perception of prehistoric creatures. Recently discovered fossils and life-size dinosaur models are also used, and all is revealed at ‘‘Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries.’’ Today from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (through Aug. 21). $21, $19 seniors, $18 ages 3-11. Museum of Science, Science Park, Boston. 617-723-2500. www.mos.org
TODAY
Hot stuff The brothels of Buenos Aires birthed tango (among other things), and this seductive dance (among other things) is served at “Tango Café.’’ Dancers from the Longy School of Music will provide exhibitions, and executive chef Rebecca Newell will provide empanadas, gaucho steak, and other traditional Argentine fare. 8 p.m.-midnight (dinner from 5 p.m.-1 a.m.; reservations recommended). No cover charge. The Beehive, 541 Tremont St., Boston. 617-423-0069. www.beehiveboston.com
From the gecko The only gecko not represented at “Geckos: Tails to Toepads’’ seems to be Gordon from the movie “Wall Street’’ (spelled Gekko, but what the heck). Gecko varieties you’ll encounter include the giant day, giant frog-eyed, gliding, New Caledonian giant, satanic leaf-tailed, Bibron’s, crested, fan-fingered, Tokay, giant leaf-tailed, Chinese cave, skunk, leopard, jewel day, and others that vary in color, shape, and size. Today from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (through Sept. 18). $13, $6 children, free under 4. Berkshire Museum, 39 South St., Pittsfield. 413-443-7171. www.berkshiremuseum.org
A mellow Tone After years of producing (including remixes for Jack Johnson) and years away from home, Franchot Tone and his guitar are back in Boston for his debut solo performance of reggae, pop-rock, and funk. 8 p.m. $10. Johnny D’s, 17 Holland St., Davis Square, Somerville. 617-776-2004. www.johnnyds.com
Phish hooks A couple of years ago, Phish took its reunion tour on the road and parked it at Fenway Park. This year, the free-form rock and rollers who are considered heirs to the Grateful Dead legacy and remembered for their appearance on “The Simpsons’’ are in Mansfield. 7 p.m. $45, $60.
TOMORROW
Not a material girl Don’t get the wrong idea about Natasha Bedingfield from the name of her tour (“Less Is More’’) and her third studio album (“Strip Me’’). The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter takes fans on a stripped down musical journey illustrated by her single, “Weightless,’’ which reminds us to lose the material things in life and be who we are. June 8 at 7:30 p.m. $21. Somerville Theatre, 55 Davis Square, Somerville. 800-745-3000. www.ticketmaster.com
Shore thing Between 1870 and 1930, the North Shore art scene had more crunch than a fried clam. Artists from America and Europe including Winslow Homer, Childe Hassam, Maurice Prendergast, and Edward Hopper were inspired by the fishing communities of Cape Ann and the beaches in Lynn and Swampscott. Jim McAllister will talk about these people and places at “Art and Artists on Boston’s North Shore.’’ June 8 at 7:30 p.m. $10. Waterline Center, 66 Main St., Essex. 978-768-6441. www.essexshipbuildingmuseum.org
